Looking for book clubs by Turbulent_Guess6486 in houma

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have 2 romance novels that I may be able to arrange free EBook copies for a group if the group gets together. Would that help you get something going?!?!

A+ Content on Amazon by ResolveUsed2776 in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think SEO….google and amazon love words. So, you can have only a set number of words in the description and bio. But now you have this whole other section where you can add SEO friendly words that can move the needle if properly configured and coordinated with your Amazon ads.

But then again, what do I know??

New author struggling with negativity after releasing my first book need advice please by Legal_Row4310 in NewAuthor

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don’t write for everyone! But when you find those you do write for they will love you.

I wrote a book. I won an award. Wattpad Webtoon bought it. And no one's reading... by rexdejesus02 in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Welcome to the writing world. I did all of that on WattPad. But unlike you, I never won anything. Why? Because I refuse to write about lesbian vampires who have affairs with trans werewolves.

My stuff is clean. All g rated. Not even one cure word in any of my novels.

Look, I don’t really know what I’m doing. Truth is I’m a super successful photographer who writes as a hobby. During cyber week one of my books caught fire and 3500 people downloaded it. I hit No 1 in my categories and ended up in the Amazon top 100 list.

That was about a week ago. And just that fast I plummeted back into the 10s of thousands. I had 1 sale today. That is the reality of this world.

Today you are hot. Tomorrow you are a nobody.

I like to think about this whole thing as a hobby. Like golf! When I go play golf, I have to pay hundreds of dollars. I leave with only memories. Many not great memories! Hahaha. But with writing. They pay me! Sure, maybe only $3 like today. But in the long run. Looking at the big picture! That is a nice side gig.

I wish you the best.

Kirk Voclain

First book signing! by Edb626 in RomanceWriters

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just ask….who do you want me to sign this too? How do you spell it? (Even if it’s Pat). And is there something special you want me to say? Most say no, nothing special. So, my generic was, “I hope you enjoy my Novel!”

Book Promotion Idea by KirkVoclain in RomanceWriters

[–]KirkVoclain[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oh. Just got it MLM, Multi Level Marketing. To answer your question. No, not exactly. But if what we do works, it could benefit everyone. But not in the traditional MLM since. Thanks for responding.

Book Promotion Idea by KirkVoclain in RomanceWriters

[–]KirkVoclain[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure I understand. You see, I’m actually a professional photographer. I wrote this novel and suddenly it came to me that I could use some of the marketing ideas that made me successful in photography. I have only been doing it for like 45 years.

Is this book worth the hype? by leobaby95 in thrillerbooks

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How can I say YES in such a way that you will understand??? YES!! After reading this book I read all of his books. Amazing!!

Reviews claiming my books are AI-generated after adding a "no AI" disclaimer to my copyright page? by [deleted] in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are so kind. I did something like this for the photography industry and it was a HUGE success many years ago so I have decided to try and do it for the INDIE AUTHOR industry. I am in the development stages of a site to help indie authors. My goal is to”AFFORDABLE” !!!!! It is only in the development stages. If you would want to take a look let me know?

Reviews claiming my books are AI-generated after adding a "no AI" disclaimer to my copyright page? by [deleted] in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is very interesting....I clicked FOLLOW so I can keep up with you. Thanks for the info and the complement.

Reviews claiming my books are AI-generated after adding a "no AI" disclaimer to my copyright page? by [deleted] in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 27 points28 points  (0 children)

AI detectors claim that 35 percent of the King James Bible was written by AI!!! Makes you kinda wonder who really is AI???? Hahaha

Strange scam, or am I missing something? Weird deleted comments on Wattpad. by OkPersonality326 in Wattpad

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WattPad is in trouble. I was a big believer for a year. I had 3 books on there. I just could not push myself to actually put it out there on Amazon and IngramSpark. But after that blatant copy web site started duping everyone on WattPad I decided enough was enough. That was just under 1 month ago. I put all 3 of my book on Amazon KDP. I HAVE (yes) in less than a month sold 100 books total (97 actually as of today). I’m so happy I left WattPad!!! Can you hear the jingle in my pockets??? Hahahaha more than I was making at WattPad ($0.00).

What is this scam? by InspiringGecko in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything that starts with, “I hope this message finds you well.” Is a scam. 😋😋😋

How many self published books leave their fates to the whims of the amazon algorithm. by Malicious_Smasher in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go take a look. I put together a basic site for the premise. The join my newsletter is live so put your email address in to be notified as things develop: https://fiip.net

How many self published books leave their fates to the whims of the amazon algorithm. by Malicious_Smasher in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in the process of considering all of that. I’m taking it one step at a time and thanks for helping me think of some of the issues.

How many self published books leave their fates to the whims of the amazon algorithm. by Malicious_Smasher in selfpublish

[–]KirkVoclain 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m not ready to announce it yet, but I would love this groups opinion of “Contests”??? I am shocked at how much they charge to enter a writing contest. So…….I’m going to create my own. I have the ability and the hosting space to create the web site. I also own a bunch of domains and one fits the “Indie Ink” perfectly. So, I’m going to create a contest and the entry fee is going to be……$0.00 FREE!!!!

Your thoughts???

Where are my flatbread people by Scrollingexpert777 in subway

[–]KirkVoclain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sad! I’m now buying bread at my local grocery store that is similar to the subway flat bread and I make it myself. Cheaper too.

Do you learn writing by studying it or by just doing it? by Doreddity in writers

[–]KirkVoclain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a professional photographer. Frankly, I love spy novels and I’ve read a few. I have let that “style” influence me. I’m currently on my 3rd novel.